This study examined the gender-related differences in which preschoolers assimilated the terminology associated with the computer, and some basic programming commands. Following microcomputer instructions in the use of the LOGO programming language, twenty preschoolers' computer performances were evaluated. It was discovered that both male and female students showed significant improvement in computer programming and mathematical concepts. However, in the area of computer terminology, the females were more apt to use the terminology as compared to the males.
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